Scala's Bistro

Scala's Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. EB

   EastBayGirl

   San Francisco17 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on March 15, 2020

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   We were really looking forward to coming here having scouted it out in the past, wanting some good Italian in a friendly atmosphere. But there was a large party of about 40 when we walked in, which was very, very loud, boisterous and shouting out at times so we could barely hear each other speak. At first they sat us at a very small table close to that table and after asking to move put us at a larger table but even closer. We decided to leave but they offered us a third table further away but still the noise was deafening. They encouraged us to stay by saying they would try to move the large party to a private room or would tell them to be quieter but neither happened. We could barely hear each other talk so it wasn't the kind of atmosphere we wanted. Really wished they had just apologized, maybe offered us a free drink and suggested we come back another time. We bought our drinks and paid for them ourselves and the wine wasn't all that good either. Doubt we'll come back now. Okay if want to be in a bar scene with loud people drinking and oblivious to those around them, but if you want a date night dinner out, would not recommend it.
   

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   mperk VIP

   San Francisco21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great dining experience at Scala’s from the gracious hostess to the wait staff. It was a special occasion ( wedding anniversary) which I noted in the reservation. We were greeted warmly with congratulations and recipients a lovely celebratory dessert!
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Kansas City9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We all loved almost all of our food, however the Cauliflower soup was over seasoned, I couldn’t taste the cauliflower and it was almost brown in color, I expected a lighter white creamy color, kind of unappetizing.
   

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4. BI

   BILLIEC

   San Francisco9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 7, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   server with very polite and explained very meal we were asking about? The food was great and the restaurant was quiet. Plan to go there before every Broadway Production.
   

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5. JM

   JaneM

   San Francisco5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 7, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Our experience at Scala’s Bistro was very good. The food was very good especially the pasta with fresh crab. The service was attentive, she didn’t try to rush us even though we were there more than 2 and 1/2 hrs. The Bostonians for desert isn’t as good as it used to be but still good. One complaint is the cost. In addition to increase in prices for the food and tip tacking on other charges makes dining here very expensive. Reinforces staying in the East bay to dine.
   

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6. f

   foodie001

   New York City50 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 5, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We wanted to book somewhere close to our hotel, we were not disappointed with this restaurant. Only a 5-0 min walk. It was a Wednesday night , a bit late, 7:45 pm, they had plenty of open tables. We were seated right a way. The wine we had was excellent. We had a few questions for our waiter, who had no problem telling us how the artichoke was prepared. We went for the asparagus ( a side dish) as an appetizer. The asparagus were the big , juicy kind, prepared excellently. I had the Caesar salad & a frito misto ( 2 appetizers) but the serving size was big. Enough for 3 to share. Needless to say, my husband & I were well fed. The only thing at the end of the night was the bill. There was the SFO Health Mandate tax an extra 4%, then the gratuity, then the city tax. In total of 3 taxes on top of the food charge. As a tourist we were felt a bit ripped off, but what can a tourist do? The waiter said some restaurants would put the health tax in the food cost ( hidden tax) but now we know why the food costs is priced what it is.
   

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7. TT

   TaigaT

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 5, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went to this restaurant as our last itinerary of our America trip. We had a soup, pasta, fritto and they were really awesome, especially the pasta was the best I've ever eaten. What's more, I was touched by their thankful services. My girl friend had stomachache at that time then they gave her a cup of hot water and cared so much. To sum up, I strongly recommend this restaurant both for couples and families!
   

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8. SS

   SpqSpq

   San Francisco12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 4, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I’ve eaten here many times over many years. It is consistently excellent.
   

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9. TK

   ToddK

   San Francisco9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 2, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Scala’s is a beautiful upscale restaurant. I loved their specialty cocktails, and everything food wise was great. Our waitress was very attentive to our needs (although a bit over-smiley) and all of my needs were met, and then some! Would most certainly come back, even if just for drinks
   

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10. L

    Lovegoodfood VIP

    Washington DC18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    Lovely experience.
    

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